Special Projects Supervisor

Special Projects Supervisor

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work / life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview

The Special Projects Supervisor reports to the District Roadside Manager and will directly supervise roadside management activities throughout the district, primarily including but not limited to : drainage deficiency improvements, herbicide applications, and mechanical brush clearing. This position will include a take home vehicle and five direct reports, with a larger shared workforce team during the spring-fall months.

In addition to the normally expected skills for a supervisor, the ideal candidate will have heavy equipment experience and the ability to travel across the district.

This position is located in INDOT's Fort Wayne District.

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $53,222.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

A Day in the Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows :

• Ensures that both INDOT and contractor employees are safely performing work.
• Supervises assigned INDOT construction technicians.
• Ensures projects are completed following plans, specifications, and contract requirements as well as on time and budget.
• Performs sampling and testing of construction materials or coordinates work of assigned technicians.
• Attends construction status meetings.
• Provides clarifications as requested by contractors and recommends revisions as needed to meet the project's scope.
• Reviews working and shop drawing provided by contractors, suppliers, and fabricators.
• Reviews construction schedules.
• Prepares inspection reports, progress reports, and other construction records.
• Reviews and approve daily field reports prepared by assigned technicians.
• Prepares project-specific responses to injuries from local public officials, news organizations, and other interested parties for the District Communications Director.
• Meets with property and business owners in the project area to resolve access, drainage, and other issues that may arise during construction.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at anytime.

What You'll Need for Success

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment :

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes :

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.